Beauty and health start on the inside and work it way out. Remember the old saying “You are what you eat.” Well it is very true. Here are some foods that will help you look and feel younger.

Whole Grain Pasta: Whole grain pasta (whole wheat should be listed as the first ingredient) have 3 times more antioxidants than other pasta. Whole grains reduce the risk of heart disease To make sure you are getting what you are paying for the whole wheat should be listed as the first ingredient.

Coconut Water: Coconuts are very high in antioxidants and are reported to help diabetes, heart disease and the big one is high blood pressure.

Eggs: Eggs have the antioxidant lutein which protects your eyes from macular degeneration and cataracts. Because the amount was low, people usually would go for spinach. But now research has found the lutein in the yolk is absorbed better by the body than it is with spinach.

Canola Oil or Olive Oil: Either of these are heart-healthy oils, so stop using any other oil.

Canned Beans: There are high levels of antioxidants in certain beans. The rule of thumb is the darker the better.

Popcorn: Popcorn has a cancer-fighting plant compounds. Air popped is the best way to have your popcorn.

Yogurt: Eating 1 cup of low-fat plain yogurt will provides at least 25 percent of the daily value for riboflavin (a B vitamin). This is critical in promoting antioxidant activity, so it is a must have.

The list is pretty good food, and now you should be able to see that you can eat healthy food that taste good.

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